10 Healthy Carb Foods
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Healthy Carb Food #3: Oats
Oats tend to be found on breakfast menus, but that isn’t the only time they can be enjoyed. They are used in a variety of ways in cooking and are very nutritious indeed. Oats are a very popular food for people trying to lose weight because they are low in calories and also very filling, discouraging people from eating more.
Around 27g of carbs are in a 40g serving of oats. In terms of macronutrients, carbs make up close to 70% of this serving of oats. Oats have a high fiber content which helps to promote a healthy digestive system. Another benefit of oats is that they are relatively high in protein for a grain, which is useful for vegetarians and vegans.
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